The Kennedy Family Tree Explained
The Kennedy family has been a political and social dynasty since planting roots in the United States. Here is the Kennedy family tree explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Jamie Hyneman
Jamie Hyneman always clammed up on MythBusters, so what's there to know about him? Plenty. Here's the untold truth of Jamie Hyneman.
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The Most Disastrous Band Reunions In Music History
When famous bands reunite, it can be wonderful or horrible. These are the stories of the band reunions that were a terrible idea and never should have happened.
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The Only Women On The FBI's Most Wanted List
Since 1950, over 500 people have landed that dubious distinction, but only ten of them have been women. Here's a look at them all.
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The Most Scandalous Tell-Alls In History
These are the most scandalous tell-alls in history. It all stays hidden ... until the book comes out.
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Stanislav Lunev: The Soviet Defector Who Went Free Into Witness Protection
In 1992, Stanislav Lunev became the highest-ranking Russian officer to ever defect to the US. The info he gave in exchange for his protection was shocking.
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JFK's Unexpected Source Of Advice During The Cuban Missile Crisis
The Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world to the brink of annihilation. In seeking help, former President John. F. Kennedy reached out to this unlikely source.
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Why Krishna's Skin Is Portrayed Blue Or Black In Art
A thoughtful, and thought-provoking, work of art leaves no detail without meaning, from the arrangement of objects within the frame to the colors used.
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Why You'd Never Survive Life During The Dark Ages
No matter how tempting it might be to want to live back in an era of simpler times, modern people just aren't cut out for surviving there.
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How The War Between Sparta And Athens Led To The End Of Greece's Golden Age
The ancient Greek world is filled with battles and wars spanning many years. However, it was one long and bloody war that ended the golden age of Greece.
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Famous Historical Figures Who Lost All Their Money
While many may believe that once you become rich you will remain that way, there are many famous figures throughout history who have lost all their money.
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How Charles Darwin Could Help Shape The Future Of Mars
Naturalist Charles Darwin, who is behind the theory of natural selection, came up with many of his evolutionary ideas on a trip to the Galapagos Islands.
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Do Any Original Manuscripts Of The Bible Still Exist?
Like the children's party game of Telephone, the books of the Bible have been copied and re-copied over centuries. Do the originals still exist anywhere?
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Here's How Many Nuclear Weapons The United States Owns
Nuclear weapons are among the most dangerous weapons in the world, and played a huge role in the Cold War. Here's how many nuclear weapons the U.S. has.
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Has A Supreme Court Draft Ever Been Leaked Before?
A rare U.S. Supreme Court draft was leaked ahead of a possible landmark decision to overturn Roe V. Wade. But has a similar draft ever been leaked before?
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These Were What Handshakes Meant In Ancient Civilizations
Since the coronavirus pandemic handshakes have been on shaky ground. But, the greeting has been around since antiquity with various meanings behind them.
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The Unexpectedly Simple Reason For The British Royal Guard's Red Uniform
The British royal guard is famous for wearing red, but there's actually a simple and practical reason behind this. Red was cheapest and most available dye.
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Where Did The British Royal Family Live Before Buckingham Palace?
We all know Buckingham Palace as the main residence of the Royal Family, but it wasn't always that way. This is the palace that once served as their home.
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How Many Wives Did King David Have?
King David, a key figure in a number of religious texts, might be a familiar name for many -- less so than his many wives. So what's the story behind it all?
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Disturbing Details About Haile Selassie's Tragic Assassination
Ethiopian Emporer Haile Selassie was a progressive leader with a royal bloodline. Here are the tragic Disturbing details about his assassination.
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Here's How Many Goalies Have Scored In NHL History
There's something almost poetic about a goalie getting the opportunity to score. Here's how many have been able to do so over the course of NHL history.
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The Anti-War Movement That Went On To Inspire Mother's Day
Julia Ward Howe promoted Mothers' Peace Day in the 1870s to encourage people, especially mothers, to fight for peace.
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What It Was Really Like When The Eiffel Tower Opened In 1889
The 1889 Exposition Universelle introduced the Eiffel Tower, France's iconic national monument. Here's what it was like after the Eiffel Tower opened in 1889.
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The Worst Examples Of Environmental Racism In History
Systemic inequalities mean not everyone in the world feels the effects of climate change equally. Here are the worst examples of environmental racism in history
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Medical Mysteries That Changed Everything We Knew
These medical mysteries changed everything we knew. Pro tip: Wash your hands.
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Barack Obama's Connection With Weather Underground Almost Derailed His Presidential Run
Barack Obama's connection with the leftist activist group, Weather Underground, almost derailed his presidential run.
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The Mongol Empire And Its Impact On The Silk Road
The Silk Road is the most famous trade route in history, dating back centuries. When the Mongols secured control over it, the outcome was both good and bad.
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